Under a Dark Sky A sci-fi novel by Johan M. Dahlgren

The main characters are violent, grim, funny, sarcastic, quick witted and above all unpredictable. And that goes for both the good guys and the bad guys.
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A hard back book, with two glowing fists against a backdrop of space and falling meteors as the cover. The text Under a Dark Sky is written at the bottom, and Johan M. Dahlgren at the top.

Series: Worldburner #1 of 3

Followed by: Under a Winter Sun

ISBN: 9784867452516

Genre: Science Fiction

Released: 2015

No. Pages: 314

Age Range: 18-

Publisher: Next Chapter

Formats: Paperback, hardback, e-Book, Audio book, large print

Languages: English, Dutch

A man who claims to be Christ reborn is executed and doesn't die.
A girl who knows way too much shows up out of nowhere.
A genocide that would make the god of the Old Testament curse his limited ambitions.

And that is just the beginning.

In the middle of this epic crapstorm stands world-weary security expert Asher Perez who only wants to enjoy his cheap whisky and even cheaper companions in peace.
Why can nothing ever be simple?

Given the proper marketing, I think your book has bestseller potential.
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Awesome read !!!
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I enjoyed what I read and thought it had some obvious strengths.
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Reviews
for Under a Dark Sky

This debut novel is truly great! I love the fast-paced page-turning action in this quite epic but gritty space story. Great and quite fun characters and a environment and backdrop you almost can touch and feel. I just can't wait for the sequel!
Random Guy on The Internet
I've always been interested in the stories of where man came from. Is there a god (or gods)? This book gives us a glimpse into what might have been, will be or could be. It held my interest through the entire book. I had to stop myself from reading all through the night, like I did when I was a kid!
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I was hooked from the first page. Fantasy is usually. my first choice,but the description of the book caught my attention,and once I began reading I quickly realized I'd found another favorite author to add to my list. Lots of action,lots of humor,and main characters that you would love to hang out with (if you could while no one was trying to kill you). Awesome read !!!
Random Guy on The Internet
The protagonist isn't who he thinks he is and continues to develop throughout the book. He is changed by the people who surround him. The action pulled the reader and the protagonist forward. The twists are philosophical and keep the reader guessing. I wonder what the next steps will be and who he will have to fight....
Random Guy on The Internet
Fast-paced and filled with action. Not my usual genre of fiction but I got to say I'm extremely impressed with Dahlgren's writing and looking forward for a sequel.
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I loved this book, set on the rebel planet of Elysium, where it seems nothing and nobody is quite what they appear to be. Asher Perez is what we may describe as the hero of this futuristic tale though even he may not be all we believe him to be. The story is brilliantly told in a way that leaves the reader constantly guessing who is on the side of good as opposed to evil. If you can't trust an archbishop, just who can you trust? There's plenty of action and the world created by the author is well described and perfectly believable. I will certainly be reading more of Mr Dahlgren's work. I wholeheartedly recommend Under a Dark Sky, and easily give it 5 stars.
Random Guy on The Internet
Hardboiled sci-fi with lots of action and wry humor, enjoyable in the same vein as Altered Carbon by Richard K Morgan.
Random Guy on The Internet
Fast-paced, exciting and full of twists! This dystopian sci-fi captured me from page one. With it's gritty tone, dark sense of humor and colorful gallery of characters it's really got it all. The characters are excellentally narrated and hard not to hate or love. The dialogue between the characters is absolutely brilliant and really funny at times. The story is both original and fast-paced, making it really hard to put down. This book is a true gem! Highly recommended! Pick up a copy today!
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Available editions

Vendor Format ISBN/ASIN/EAN Published
Nextory66100003299462021
Audible - UKB09HDQS69H2021
Audible - USB09HDXZ7GY2021
Apple Books1588162174 2022
Kindle - FREEB00TM5JKCI2015
Kindle (NL)B08FZS3WH52020
Google Books - FREE-2021
Kobo - FREE-2022
Nook - FREE29401661421222022
Nook (NL)29401644692382022
Apple Books-2021
The Independent Bookstore - FREE-2023
Paperback97848674525162021
Mass market paperback97848674525232021
Large print paperback97848674525472021
Hardcover97848674525092021
Large print hardcover97848674525302021

Many of these editions are available at a discount for retailers through the Ingram Catalog.